NebraskaLink, a state-wide optical-transport network business enterprise owned by Nebraska based rural independent telecommunications companies, is looking for a CEO. The primary office location for the business is in Lincoln, NE. The successful candidate will bring experience with developing and implementing a strategic plan, working with the Board of Directors; coordinating operational planning; and ensuring the attainment of the operational, strategic and financial goals of NebraskaLink. Skills in network deployment, staffing, deployment of back office systems, regulatory certifications, marketing, sales, budgets, contracts for outsourced services, and financial performance is essential.

A Bachelor’s Degree is desired, along with 7+ years of work-related experience and at least 5 years of management experience; an MBA is preferred. You must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, have advanced knowledge in business development, and experience in a leadership capacity. Knowledge of the telecommunications industry, effective networking and negotiation skills, as well as analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, are essential. You must have general business experience with accounting, marketing, legal, finance and human resources.